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There are a number of different types of furnace filters available to put in the furnace in your Toronto home. Beyond all the different types for different uses and seasons, there are also disposable and permanent ones that need to be evaluated. So you’ve asked yourself what are the different furnace filter types? Keep reading below to find out.

Disposable Fibreglass

Probably the most common type of furnace filter on the market is the disposable fibreglass filter. These are typically great for preventing large particles, dust and debris from being circulated throughout your home.

Disposable Electrostatic

Electrostatic filters are excellent for ridding homes of things like smoke, pet hair and other types of hair and dander. These filters will keep allergens and other small particles out of the air in your home.

Disposable Pleated

Though pleated filters are regarded to be the best product to eliminate mites and spores from the interior air in your home, these types of furnace filters do need to be changed frequently. If left unattended, a disposable pleated furnace filter can damage your HVAC system.

Permanent Electrostatic

With a life expectancy of six to eight years, this filter can be easily cleaned in your household washing machine and put back into use. Interestingly, while this permanent model results in less waste, it has been found to be slightly less effective than a disposable electrostatic filter for allergens and small particulate matter.

One thing to note prior to buying a new furnace filter is to check out what you already have in your furnace, especially the size. Most furnaces have a specific size for furnace filters that needs to be adhered to. The existing style is also a good guideline for the next one you’re going to purchase, unless you have a specific need for filtering the air in your home.

Contact us for more information about choosing a furnace filter in Toronto or to have one of our technicians take care of replacing it for you: 905-737-5016

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